Wave of drug store closures deepens crisis workers face

Vol. 87/No. 42 - November 13, 2023

As thousands of the Big Three chain drug stores close across the country, millions of working people face increased difficulties in filling prescriptions and getting other medical supplies. More than 40% of all U.S. counties have now become what is…


Medical workers in Oregon strike for first union contract

Vol. 85/No. 11 - March 22, 2021

BEND, Ore. — The first strike in 40 years at St. Charles Medical Center began here March 4 when 150 therapists, technicians and technologists walked out to fight for higher pay. St. Charles is the only hospital in this city. The workers…